Strap for Big Crown ProPilot Calibre 114 Stainless Steel / Black / Textile

The lug width is 22 millimetres. This measurement corresponds to the distance between the two lateral spring bars on the case. Always verify the lug width before purchasing a replacement strap, as 44mm watches can vary from 20mm to 24mm.

The choice depends on usage: a NATO strap in Italian recycled textile offers practicality and complete water resistance; brown alligator delivers classic aviation elegance; brushed rubber ensures tactile grip in humid conditions. Historically, aviators preferred crocodile leather with vegetable tanning or proprietary cordura fabric.

Use a spring bar tool to gently push the lateral pins inward toward the case. Extract one pin, then the other. Align the new strap holes with the lugs and reinsert the pins, ensuring they are firmly locked. For straps with a deployant clasp, verify that the closing mechanism is correctly oriented.

No, the strap must have a 22mm lug width specifically. A generic strap, even if nominally the same width, may exhibit constructive variations resulting in improper fitment or lug damage. Milano Straps provides straps certified for compatibility with your model.

A hand-crafted alligator strap with vegetable tanning typically lasts 3–5 years with daily wear, developing a characteristic patina. Longevity depends on humidity, perspiration, sun exposure, and maintenance. Milano Straps recommends monthly cleaning with a soft damp cloth and annual conditioning with natural wax.